If a human being tries to seat himself in the “place of honor,” he will ultimately be put to shame; but if he seats himself in the “lowest place” (the place of Jesus Christ), God will exalt him. “Now He began speaking a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they had been picking out the places of honor at the table, saying to them, ‘When you are invited by someone to a wedding feast, do not take the place of honor, for someone more distinguished than you may have been invited by him, and he who invited you both will come and say to you, “Give your place to this man,” and then in disgrace you proceed to occupy the last place. But when you are invited, go and recline at the last place, so that when the one who has invited you comes, he may say to you, “Friend, move up higher”; then you will have honor in the sight of all who are at the table with you. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be e...
Introduction It seems that anti-Christian sentiments are increasing. Groups opposing the Church of Christ and persecuting it appear to be growing worldwide. At the same time, there are reports of declining effectiveness in evangelism within the church. The number of congregants is decreasing, and it's said that churches are closing their doors more frequently. Young people are leaving the church, and it's becoming increasingly elderly. The outlook for the church doesn't seem very bright. What should we do? We need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. We must hold fast to the promise of the Lord and gather together in prayer, crying out to God. We especially need to repent of our sins in accordance with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We must turn around. And we must obey God's Word. God's Word says, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and yo...